Zucchini and corn tacos are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the flavors of summer. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it perfect for any dietary restrictions or preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun and festive party appetizer, zucchini and corn tacos are sure to please everyone at the table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ZUCCHINI AND CORN TACOS
Provided by Jimmy Shaw
Categories Vegetable Fourth of July Picnic Vegetarian High Fiber Cinco de Mayo Father's Day Dinner Lunch Corn Squash Zucchini Summer Healthy Party Self
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat half of oil in a large skillet over high heat. Toast corn 5 minutes, stirring; season with salt. Remove corn; set aside. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in skillet. Cook onion, stirring, until it caramelizes, 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook 10 minutes. Add zucchini; cook until tender, 10 to 12 minutes; season with salt. Add corn, beans, epazote and pepper. Cook 3 minutes. Split filling among tortillas; top each with 1 1/2 teaspoons salsa and 1 teaspoon cheese.
FRESH CORN AND ZUCCHINI SAUTE
This is a great way to use two of the season's most bountiful crops. Kernels of corn fresh from the cob and tender zucchini are put to wonderful use in this simple and satisfying summer side dish.
Provided by Sara B.
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Cook and stir onion in the melted butter until translucent, about 5 minutes. Cut kernels from the ears of corn. Add zucchini and corn; cook and stir until zucchini is tender, about 8 minutes. Season with sea salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 181.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
ZUCCHINI TACO SKILLET
Fight off inflammation with this healthy taco skillet which uses zucchini and lean ground beef.
Provided by Carolyn Williams PhD RD
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beef; cook for 4 minutes, stirring to break up lumps. Increase heat to medium-high. Add taco seasoning and salt; cook, stirring often, until meat is browned, about 2 minutes more. Stir in tomatoes, beans, corn, and water; bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in zucchini. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, covered, until zucchini is just tender, about 3 minutes. Divide among 4 bowls. Top servings with cheese and green onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 689 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
CHARRED CORN TACOS WITH ZUCCHINI SLAW
From Smittenkitchen.com, originally adapted from David Schuttenberg. This is just a basic vegetarian filling for tacos and I strongly encourage you to add on all of your favorite toppings (hot sauce, avocado, crema, salsa, etc)
Provided by sofie-a-toast
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut radishes and zucchini into tiny matchsticks with a mandoline. If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a peeler to peel thick ribbons down the long side of the zucchini. Stack the ribbons and cut them crosswise into thin matchsticks. Cut the radishes into a similar shape by hand. Toss radishes and zucchini together. Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the radish and season with salt to taste. Add more lime juice if desired. Set aside.
- Over a hot grill or an open gas-stove flame char the ears of corn until well-blackened but not completely burnt. If you're using the burner method, you'll probably, quickly, notice that corn likes to pop and snap, occasionally spraying you with splats of corn. It's a little scary, which is I why I suggest you remove anyone small and easily harmed before you begin. However, I found the charred corn flavor to be completely worth the scare and hope you do too.
- Remove cobs from heat, and when cool enough to handle, shave off kernels using a large knife and reserve.
- Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Melt the butter and oil together and once hot, add the onion. Cook the onion for about 5 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and cook another minute. Add the beans and sauté until hot, about three to five minutes. Turn heat to high, add the charred kernels of corn to the mixture, and toss to combine until heated through. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the corn mixture, and use the juice to scrape up any stuck bits. Season the corn mixture with salt and chili powder. Stir in chopped herbs.
- Heat your tortillas by placing them one at a time directly on a gas stove burner, using tongs to flip them after a minute or starting to brown and blister.
- Fill each taco with a few small spoonfuls of the corn mixture and slaw. Top with a spoonful of crumbled cheese. Serve with an extra lime wedge on the side, and whatever fixings you like (sour cream, avocado wedges, etc. See above).
ZUCCHINI AND CORN TACOS
Chef Jimmy Shaw cooks up tacos that stars can enjoy without guilt. Authentic Mexican dishes like this one are flavorful and naturally lowfat, he says. A little cumin and red pepper were added by me.
Provided by aronsinvest
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 8 tacos, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat half of oil in a large skillet over high heat. Toast corn 5 minutes, stirring; season with salt. Remove corn; set aside. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in skillet. Cook onion, stirring, until it caramelizes, 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook 10 minutes. Add zucchini; cook until tender, 10 to 12 minutes; season with salt. Add corn, beans, epazote and pepper. Cook 3 minutes. Split filling among tortillas; top each with 1 1/2 teaspoons salsa and 1 teaspoon cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.7, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 4.1, Sodium 400.6, Carbohydrate 61.4, Fiber 13.1, Sugar 10.7, Protein 13.5
Tips
- For the best flavor, use fresh zucchini and corn. If using frozen, thaw and drain well before using.
- To get a nice char on the zucchini, cook it over medium-high heat.
- Be careful not to overcook the zucchini, as it will become mushy.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the zucchini and corn in a skillet over medium heat.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the tacos, such as bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
- Top the tacos with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, or cheese.
Conclusion
These zucchini and corn tacos are a delicious and easy way to enjoy fresh summer produce. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual party. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a tasty and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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